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July 8, 2020 Senate Passes Grassley, Brown, Scott, Wyden Legislation to Help Nonprofits Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
June 21, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa will directly benefit from the #FY21NDAA, which includes a number of key initiatives for Iowa's economy and our state's role in helping secure our national defense." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 18, 2020 Grassley, Wyden Joint Statement on OECD Digital Economy Tax Negotiations Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
June 16, 2020 Tweet - "Members of Congress should disclose if they are taking taxpayer money from the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. I'll be introducing legislation to require full disclosure of every member of Congress who may be benefiting from the #PPP." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 14, 2020 Tweet - "As Iowa's small businesses work to reopen, they shouldn't be burdened by unnecessary red tape. I joined a letter to @stevenmnuchin1 & @SBAJovita asking them to ease paperwork requirements for #smallbiz seeking #PPP loan forgiveness." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 8, 2020 Tweet - "The May jobs report exceeded expectations. Even in these difficult times, we added 2.5M jobs, and the unemployment rate declined. A big reason why: the #PaycheckProtectionProgram I helped pass & get signed into law. It's allowed our small biz to retain & rehire their employees." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "during a time of unrest/hardship 2day's job numbers are very important as we look fwd & rebuild our economy ALL Americans need a good paying job to feed their families + hv a purpose in their community This month 2.5 million jobs gained & unemployment down 1.4%" Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 4, 2020 CBO: Extending Increased Unemployment Benefits Weakens Economy, Increases Unemployment in the Long-Run as Benefits Exceed Wages for Most Sen. Chuck Grassley
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "NEWS: The Senate passed a bill to extend time small businesses can use #PaycheckProtectionProgram dollars & provide more flexibility to use funds. The bill isn't perfect, but I've heard from many of Iowa's #smallbiz about these issues, & I'm glad we could deliver this relief." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Congress just passed changes to PPP giving small biz more flexibility on how to use $$$ for necessary expenses to get thru challenging economic time bc of the virus + Changes length of time to spend loan/have it forgiven Now 24 wks These r important changes for Iowa businesses" Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 21, 2020 Ernst: Universities With Multi-Billion Dollar Endowments Don't Need Our Tax Dollars Sen. Joni Ernst
May 20, 2020 No More Bonus Benefits for Millionaires, Says Ernst Sen. Joni Ernst
May 20, 2020 Tweet - "Every day, essential workers are putting their lives at risk to care for our families and keep our country running. Meanwhile, the federal government is doling out hardworking Iowans' money to millionaires NOT WORKING. My bill ends this. #MakeEmSqueal" Sen. Joni Ernst
May 20, 2020 Executive Calendar Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thx to @realDonaldTrump for helping farmers with $$ provided in the CARES Act This is badly needed for rural America bc the virus is tormenting the family farmer w lack of demand & resulting low prices" Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa farmers are resilient, but this pandemic has challenged them. That's why I worked to provide them support by bolstering the CCC & giving @USDA the ability to provide direct assistance. Thanks to @realdonaldtrump, relief is on the way to our farmers." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 19, 2020 Ernst Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Direct Assistance to Farmers Sen. Joni Ernst
May 18, 2020 Letter to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer - Crapo, Risch Urge Regulatory Relief to Spur Economic Recovery Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "I've been laser-focused at the federal level on supporting Iowans, and all Americans, through #COVID19. Now, as we continue towards economic recovery, we can't let bureaucratic red tape get in the way. I joined @MarshaBlackburn in calling for regulatory relief for our businesses." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 15, 2020 Ernst: It's critical Iowa's new parents get assistance now--not a year from now Sen. Joni Ernst
May 14, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Crapo, Risch Urge Regulatory Relief to Spur Economic Recovery Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 14, 2020 Tweet - "Covid response requires faith in American ppl 2do right thing Govs hv impt role but we arent autocratic society At some pt we must put our trust in the ppl @realdonaldtrump We r our brothers keeper &all bear responsibility 4public health Economy can open safely if all do our part" Sen. Chuck Grassley
May 13, 2020 Continuing Her Support for Local Media, Ernst Pushes Bill Extending Relief to Iowa's Newspapers, TV, and Radio Sen. Joni Ernst
May 7, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Sens. Cruz, Cotton, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Pause Immigration, Protect American Jobs Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 6, 2020 Cornyn, Grassley, Wyden, Rubio, Carper Introduce Bill to Clarify Small Business Expense Deductions Under PPP Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 5, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Sec. of the Treasury - Grassley, Wyden, Neal Push Treasury to Allow Small Businesses to Deduct PPP Expenses Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "We can't have teams like the Lakers getting slam dunks at the expense of small biz under the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. Thankfully they gave the $$ back & the admin is taking steps to ensure biz who are in need--like those here in Iowa--are prioritized." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 29, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Markey Joins Rubio, Cardin, Colleagues on Bipartisan Letter to Treasury and SBA on an Administrative Fix to the 7(A) Loan Program Authorization Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 29, 2020 Letter to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza - Loeffler, Colleagues Ask for Administrative Fix to Program Used for PPP Loans Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 29, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Administration has worked hard to get relief to small businesses in Iowa, and across the country. Fortunately, Congress has provided more funding for both the PPP and EIDL programs. I'm asking @SBAgov to work quickly to disburse these funds." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 28, 2020 Letter to Jovita Carranza , Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Cornyn Urges EIDL Improvement for Texas Small Businesses Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Letter to Hon. Jovita Carranza, Small Business Administration Administrator - McSally Urges Improvement to Small Business Disaster Loan Program Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 26, 2020 Tweet - "Our nonprofits do vital work, & unfortunately many are struggling with how to help their communities while also trying to endure the #COVID19 crisis themselves. That's why I fought to get relief for our nonprofit workers and organizations in the relief package Congress passed." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 24, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Ernst Pushes for Fix to Allow More Iowans to Access Relief Payments Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 24, 2020 Ernst Applauds Signing of Additional COVID-19 Relief Package Sen. Joni Ernst
April 22, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Senators Warn Against China's Debt-Trap Diplomacy During COVID-19 Crisis Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
April 18, 2020 Tweet - "Watched Iowa Press &they talked abt remarkable flow of liquidity thru SBA paycheck protection program &its impact Iowa needs more resources 2meet demand Iowans r calling on Congress 2act Dems pls don't stand in way of small biz! PPP is wrking in Iowa 4.3B$ loaned to nearly 30kbiz" Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 17, 2020 Fox News - Sen. Chuck Grassley: Coronavirus-damaged businesses providing over half of US jobs deserve tax break Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 16, 2020 Grassley Named to Task Force Focused on Post-Pandemic Economic Re-Opening Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 14, 2020 Ernst Calls for Clarity, Access to Relief for Iowa's Farmers, Ag Industries Sen. Joni Ernst
April 14, 2020 On Call with Iowa Small Businesses, Ernst Answers Questions, Discusses Relief Efforts Sen. Joni Ernst
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "After hearing from Iowans and seeing the overwhelming response of small businesses across the country, it's clear we need to bolster the Paycheck Protection Program. We don't have time for political games; we're in a crisis." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 7, 2020 Ernst Calls for Bolstering Relief for Iowa Small Businesses Sen. Joni Ernst
April 7, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jerome Powell, Chairman Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Lankford Urges Treasury, Federal Reserve to Keep CARES Act Financial Assistance Industry Neutral, Free of Bias Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 6, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Inhofe, Senators Applaud President Trump for Deeming Firearm Businesses Essential Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 5, 2020 The Gazette - Ernst: These are tough times, but Iowans will get through it - together. Sen. Joni Ernst
April 3, 2020 Q&A: CARES Act Helps Workers, Seniors, Student Borrowers Sen. Chuck Grassley
April 2, 2020 Letter to Treasury Secretary Stevin Mnucin and internal Revenue Service Charles Retting - Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 2, 2020 CARES Act Retirement Provisions FAQ Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 27, 2020 Ernst: "Help is on the way" Sen. Joni Ernst
Date Title Politician
July 8, 2020 Senate Passes Grassley, Brown, Scott, Wyden Legislation to Help Nonprofits Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
June 21, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa will directly benefit from the #FY21NDAA, which includes a number of key initiatives for Iowa's economy and our state's role in helping secure our national defense." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 18, 2020 Grassley, Wyden Joint Statement on OECD Digital Economy Tax Negotiations Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
June 16, 2020 Tweet - "Members of Congress should disclose if they are taking taxpayer money from the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. I'll be introducing legislation to require full disclosure of every member of Congress who may be benefiting from the #PPP." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 14, 2020 Tweet - "As Iowa's small businesses work to reopen, they shouldn't be burdened by unnecessary red tape. I joined a letter to @stevenmnuchin1 & @SBAJovita asking them to ease paperwork requirements for #smallbiz seeking #PPP loan forgiveness." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 8, 2020 Tweet - "The May jobs report exceeded expectations. Even in these difficult times, we added 2.5M jobs, and the unemployment rate declined. A big reason why: the #PaycheckProtectionProgram I helped pass & get signed into law. It's allowed our small biz to retain & rehire their employees." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "during a time of unrest/hardship 2day's job numbers are very important as we look fwd & rebuild our economy ALL Americans need a good paying job to feed their families + hv a purpose in their community This month 2.5 million jobs gained & unemployment down 1.4%" Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 4, 2020 CBO: Extending Increased Unemployment Benefits Weakens Economy, Increases Unemployment in the Long-Run as Benefits Exceed Wages for Most Sen.Chuck Grassley
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "NEWS: The Senate passed a bill to extend time small businesses can use #PaycheckProtectionProgram dollars & provide more flexibility to use funds. The bill isn't perfect, but I've heard from many of Iowa's #smallbiz about these issues, & I'm glad we could deliver this relief." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Congress just passed changes to PPP giving small biz more flexibility on how to use $$$ for necessary expenses to get thru challenging economic time bc of the virus + Changes length of time to spend loan/have it forgiven Now 24 wks These r important changes for Iowa businesses" Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 21, 2020 Ernst: Universities With Multi-Billion Dollar Endowments Don't Need Our Tax Dollars Sen.Joni Ernst
May 20, 2020 No More Bonus Benefits for Millionaires, Says Ernst Sen.Joni Ernst
May 20, 2020 Tweet - "Every day, essential workers are putting their lives at risk to care for our families and keep our country running. Meanwhile, the federal government is doling out hardworking Iowans' money to millionaires NOT WORKING. My bill ends this. #MakeEmSqueal" Sen.Joni Ernst
May 20, 2020 Executive Calendar Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thx to @realDonaldTrump for helping farmers with $$ provided in the CARES Act This is badly needed for rural America bc the virus is tormenting the family farmer w lack of demand & resulting low prices" Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa farmers are resilient, but this pandemic has challenged them. That's why I worked to provide them support by bolstering the CCC & giving @USDA the ability to provide direct assistance. Thanks to @realdonaldtrump, relief is on the way to our farmers." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 19, 2020 Ernst Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Direct Assistance to Farmers Sen.Joni Ernst
May 18, 2020 Letter to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer - Crapo, Risch Urge Regulatory Relief to Spur Economic Recovery Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "I've been laser-focused at the federal level on supporting Iowans, and all Americans, through #COVID19. Now, as we continue towards economic recovery, we can't let bureaucratic red tape get in the way. I joined @MarshaBlackburn in calling for regulatory relief for our businesses." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 15, 2020 Ernst: It's critical Iowa's new parents get assistance now--not a year from now Sen.Joni Ernst
May 14, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Crapo, Risch Urge Regulatory Relief to Spur Economic Recovery Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 14, 2020 Tweet - "Covid response requires faith in American ppl 2do right thing Govs hv impt role but we arent autocratic society At some pt we must put our trust in the ppl @realdonaldtrump We r our brothers keeper &all bear responsibility 4public health Economy can open safely if all do our part" Sen.Chuck Grassley
May 13, 2020 Continuing Her Support for Local Media, Ernst Pushes Bill Extending Relief to Iowa's Newspapers, TV, and Radio Sen.Joni Ernst
May 7, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Sens. Cruz, Cotton, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Pause Immigration, Protect American Jobs Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 6, 2020 Cornyn, Grassley, Wyden, Rubio, Carper Introduce Bill to Clarify Small Business Expense Deductions Under PPP Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 5, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Sec. of the Treasury - Grassley, Wyden, Neal Push Treasury to Allow Small Businesses to Deduct PPP Expenses Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "We can't have teams like the Lakers getting slam dunks at the expense of small biz under the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. Thankfully they gave the $$ back & the admin is taking steps to ensure biz who are in need--like those here in Iowa--are prioritized." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 29, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Markey Joins Rubio, Cardin, Colleagues on Bipartisan Letter to Treasury and SBA on an Administrative Fix to the 7(A) Loan Program Authorization Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 29, 2020 Letter to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza - Loeffler, Colleagues Ask for Administrative Fix to Program Used for PPP Loans Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 29, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Administration has worked hard to get relief to small businesses in Iowa, and across the country. Fortunately, Congress has provided more funding for both the PPP and EIDL programs. I'm asking @SBAgov to work quickly to disburse these funds." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 28, 2020 Letter to Jovita Carranza , Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Cornyn Urges EIDL Improvement for Texas Small Businesses Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Letter to Hon. Jovita Carranza, Small Business Administration Administrator - McSally Urges Improvement to Small Business Disaster Loan Program Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 26, 2020 Tweet - "Our nonprofits do vital work, & unfortunately many are struggling with how to help their communities while also trying to endure the #COVID19 crisis themselves. That's why I fought to get relief for our nonprofit workers and organizations in the relief package Congress passed." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 24, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Ernst Pushes for Fix to Allow More Iowans to Access Relief Payments Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 24, 2020 Ernst Applauds Signing of Additional COVID-19 Relief Package Sen.Joni Ernst
April 22, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Senators Warn Against China's Debt-Trap Diplomacy During COVID-19 Crisis Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
April 18, 2020 Tweet - "Watched Iowa Press &they talked abt remarkable flow of liquidity thru SBA paycheck protection program &its impact Iowa needs more resources 2meet demand Iowans r calling on Congress 2act Dems pls don't stand in way of small biz! PPP is wrking in Iowa 4.3B$ loaned to nearly 30kbiz" Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 17, 2020 Fox News - Sen. Chuck Grassley: Coronavirus-damaged businesses providing over half of US jobs deserve tax break Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 16, 2020 Grassley Named to Task Force Focused on Post-Pandemic Economic Re-Opening Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 14, 2020 Ernst Calls for Clarity, Access to Relief for Iowa's Farmers, Ag Industries Sen.Joni Ernst
April 14, 2020 On Call with Iowa Small Businesses, Ernst Answers Questions, Discusses Relief Efforts Sen.Joni Ernst
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "After hearing from Iowans and seeing the overwhelming response of small businesses across the country, it's clear we need to bolster the Paycheck Protection Program. We don't have time for political games; we're in a crisis." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 7, 2020 Ernst Calls for Bolstering Relief for Iowa Small Businesses Sen.Joni Ernst
April 7, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jerome Powell, Chairman Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Lankford Urges Treasury, Federal Reserve to Keep CARES Act Financial Assistance Industry Neutral, Free of Bias Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 6, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Inhofe, Senators Applaud President Trump for Deeming Firearm Businesses Essential Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 5, 2020 The Gazette - Ernst: These are tough times, but Iowans will get through it - together. Sen.Joni Ernst
April 3, 2020 Q&A: CARES Act Helps Workers, Seniors, Student Borrowers Sen.Chuck Grassley
April 2, 2020 Letter to Treasury Secretary Stevin Mnucin and internal Revenue Service Charles Retting - Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 2, 2020 CARES Act Retirement Provisions FAQ Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 27, 2020 Ernst: "Help is on the way" Sen.Joni Ernst
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